Sri Guru Thipperudraswamy Temple is a prominent spiritual and cultural centre located at Nayakanahatti in Challakere Taluk, Chitradurga district, Karnataka. The temple is dedicated to Guru Thipperudraswamy, a revered spiritual teacher and social reformer associated with the region. Karnataka Tourism describes Nayakanahatti as the spiritual seat of the saint and places it about 35 km from Chitradurga.

🛕 Historical & Spiritual Significance

Guru Thipperudraswamy is traditionally associated with the 15th–16th century and is remembered for his spiritual teachings and service to society. Local traditions particularly associate him with efforts to improve the lives of farmers and the development of water resources in the drought-prone region.

The temple complex is associated with several sacred sites, including Ola Mata (Hire Mata), Hora Mata and Ekantha Mata, each connected with different stages of the Guru’s spiritual life.

🎉 Nayakanahatti Jathara

One of the temple’s most important annual celebrations is the Nayakanahatti Jathara, traditionally held around February or March. Large numbers of devotees gather for religious ceremonies and the famous chariot procession, making the festival an important part of Chitradurga’s cultural and folk heritage.